He held out his hand. Point a finger. Extend a hand. The bee exserted its sting.
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stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something
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last and be usable
This dress wore well for almost ten years.
source: WordNet 3.0
wait uncompromisingly for something desirable
He held out for the dessert and did not touch the cheeses.
source: WordNet 3.0
continue to live through hardship or adversity
We went without water and food for 3 days. These superstitions survive in the backwaters of America. The race car driver lived through several very serious accidents. How long can a person last without food and water?.
